Definition of solarize

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  • solarize is a valid Scrabble US word with a point value of 17
  • solarize is a valid Scrabble UK word with a point value of 17
  • solarize is a valid Words with friends word with a point value of 18

Definition of solarize

  • become overexposed (verb)

    Examples

    1. The film solarized

    Synonyms

    1. solarise
  • overexpose to sunlight (verb)

    Examples

    1. be careful not to solarize the photographic film

    Synonyms

    1. solarise
  • expose to the rays of the sun or affect by exposure to the sun (verb)

    Synonyms

    1. insolate
    2. solarise
    3. sun
  • reverse some of the tones of (a negative or print) and introduce pronounced outlines of highlights, by exposing it briefly to light, then washing and redeveloping it (verb)

    Synonyms

    1. solarise

See definition of solarize in Merriam Webster